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6121 RW

1961 Triumph Herald

Green Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

93,389 mi
Last recorded93,389 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1961 Triumph Herald53,829 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration6121 RW
MakeTriumph
ModelHerald
Year1961
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 93,389 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal has had extensive welding repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet support panel corroded and weakened /bonnet corroded has extensive body corrosion

drivers seat base poor condition

Fail 13 Aug 2020 93,389 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases on joint (6.1.2 (a))

drivers seat base poor condition

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal has had extensive welding repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet support panel corroded and weakened /bonnet corroded has extensive body corrosion

Fail 23 Jul 2020 93,380 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis frame within 30cm of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly perished cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal extensive welding repairs to frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

bonnet support panel and bonnet corroded and weakened/ extensive body corrosion

drivers seat base poor condition

How Reliable is the Triumph Herald?

Based on 11,262 MOT tests across 1,452 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 659
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 510
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 470
brake binding 369
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 358
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6121 RW is a 1961 Triumph Herald in Green with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Herald models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 53,829 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Herald fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 659 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 6121 RW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Herald typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Triumph Herald is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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6121 RW is a 1961 Triumph Herald, first registered on 17 October 1961.

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